Mass Tort and Product Liability Midlevel Associate

About the role

K&L Gates is seeking a mid-level associate to join its nationally recognized Mass Tort and Product Liability practice in Pittsburgh, Newark, or Charleston. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, complex litigation matters as part of a collaborative, multi-office team.

Responsibilities

• Managing fact and expert discovery, including taking depositions;
• Drafting and arguing substantive motions;
• Developing and executing causation defenses, including working effectively with expert witnesses.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in mass tort and product liability litigation, including substantive experience defending asbestos claims;
• Experience with complex commercial disputes, multidistrict litigation, and/or class actions in state and federal courts.

Qualifications

• Holding a J.D. from an accredited law school;
• Admission in the applicable jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines;
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
• Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
• Dental Insurance
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement plan
• Health Advocacy Services
• Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
• Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
• Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
• Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
• Addiction Resources
• Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
• Paid Holidays (12)
• Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bar Expense Reimbursement
• 529 Deductions
• Relocation
• Accident Insurance
• Balanced Hours Program
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Employee Referral Program
• Bereavement Leave
• Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
• Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
• Perks including: Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program
• Wellness Program
• All other benefits (such as leaves of absence) required by law

Pay

Base Compensation $215,000 - $290,000/year

Schedule

Full-time

Contact

Please contact Je Myung, Principal Recruiter - Labor, Employment, and Workplace Safety (LEWS) and Litigation, at Je.Myung@klgates.com with any questions.